At St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville, our objective is to help every patient who comes in for an appointment to have the best possible oral health. This post focuses on something that doesn’t get as much attention as cavities or cosmetic dentistry: our sense of taste. A happy mouth is not only a healthy mouth …
Everyone wants to have a good experience when they go to the dentist, whether it’s for something simple like a cleaning and checkup or more extenstive dental work. At St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville, the patient experience is important to us. We strive for excellence in everything we do. What are some of the things …
Most people visit the dentist about once each year. As many as forty percent of Americans see their dentist less often; some go as long as five years between visits! At St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville, we recommend a checkup every six months. Here are six great reasons to visit us more frequently. 1. Oral …
At St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville, we take jaw pain seriously. Persistent jaw pain could be an indication of a treatable condition known as temporomandibular joint disorder. The temporomandibular joints are among the most complex in the human body. Usually shortened to “TMJ,” they’re the muscles, tendons, and bones that connect the jaw to the …
Cosmetic dentistry is really coming into its own. At St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville, cosmetic dentistry is about making positive changes to your teeth and smile, while at the same time maintaining your dental health. Everyone, it seems, would like to improve the appearance of their smile. Who wouldn’t? When we combine several cosmetic dentistry …
Is an electric toothbrush better than a manual toothbrush for cleaning your teeth? In this article from St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville we won’t recommend one over the other. We’re just going to take a close look at the electric toothbrush. Electric toothbrushes have been commercially available in the United States since the 1960s. But …
The importance of brushing and flossing your teeth twice a day is something we emphasize to all of our patients. Along with regular checkups and cleanings at St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville, it’s the best way to maintain your beautiful smile. A good dental hygiene routine, something you do every single day without fail, is …
This article is about some of the most frequent conditions that should be discussed with us, at St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville. There is a solution for each one of these issues. Tooth Decay. This is easily the most common dental problem. Tooth decay (cavities) occurs when plaque combines with the sugars and/or starches in …
Have you replaced your toothbrush lately? You don’t have to answer that. At St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville we recommend replacing your toothbrush every three months. Too many people wait too long to get a new toothbrush, which can be bad for their dental health. It’s one of the reasons why most dentists hand out …
This post from St. Mary’s Dental in Mechanicsville is about gingivitis, which is early-stage gum disease. Every person’s mouth provides a cozy home for over 600 types of bacteria. If you are devoted to oral hygiene and have healthy gums, these microbes usually don’t impact your health. However, if you have gum disease, bacteria can …
